Ultrasound Technologist / PRN

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

8d•$42 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Provides quality care to patients receiving ultrasound scans and diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures. Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence, maintains complete and accurate documentation of patient care, and properly operates imaging and specialty equipment. Keeps abreast of medical-device uses and ensures patients are prepared for procedures. Maintains adequate room supplies and periodically checks emergency-supply inventories. Provides care during procedures and assists with patient and family education. May support research and related activities. Applies knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, provides complex technical care to meet identified patient needs, and assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in the appropriate sequence. Acts as a resource for students and junior technologists and performs related responsibilities as required. The schedule varies and the position is PRN at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital. All levels of experience and education will be considered for this posting. Emory Healthcare describes its environment as supportive and offers professional mentorship and leadership programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound.
Minimum of two years of experience, including one year in ultrasound.
RDMS or ARRT certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification as a Registered Vascular Tech preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality care to patients receiving ultrasound scans and diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
Communicate patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
Ensure patient-care documentation is complete and accurate.
Properly operate imaging and specialty equipment and keep abreast of the uses of medical devices.
Ensure patients are prepared for procedures.
Keep rooms adequately stocked and periodically check emergency-supply inventories.
Provide quality care during procedures and assist with patient and family education.
Support or assist with research and related activities, as needed.
Provide complex technical care to meet identified patient needs.
Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in the appropriate time sequence.
Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Perform related responsibilities as required.